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American Movie

American Movie

American Movie is the story of filmmaker Mark Borchardt, his mission, and his dream. Spanning over two years of intense struggle with his film, his family, financial decline, and spiritual crisis, American Movie is a portrayal of ambition, obsession, excess, and one man's quest for the American Dream.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: American Movie
  • Genres: Documentary, Comedy
  • Release Date: 1999-11-05
  • Runtime: 107 minutes
  • Rating: 7.6/10 (252 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Civilian Pictures, Bluemark Productions, C-Hundred Film Corporation, Library Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1746
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Mark Borchardt

Mark Borchardt

as Filmmaker

Mike Schank

Mike Schank

as Friend / Musician

Tom Schimmels

Tom Schimmels

as Actor in 'Coven'

Monica Borchardt

Monica Borchardt

as Mark's Mom

Alex Borchardt

Alex Borchardt

as Mark's Brother

Chris Borchardt

Chris Borchardt

as Mark's Brother

Ken Keen

Ken Keen

as Friend / Associate Producer

Matt Weisman

Matt Weisman

as Casting Director

Bill Borchardt

Bill Borchardt

as Mark's Uncle / Executive Producer

Cliff Borchardt

Cliff Borchardt

as Mark's Dad

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

American Movie Official Trailer - HD

External Links

Keywords

underdogobsessionwisconsinbeerambition

Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Movie?

American Movie is a Documentary, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1999-11-05.

Who are the main actors in American Movie?

The main cast includes Mark Borchardt, Mike Schank, Tom Schimmels, Monica Borchardt, Alex Borchardt, .

Where can I watch American Movie online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if American Movie is available.

Is American Movie based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of American Movie?

American Movie has an IMDb rating of 7.6/10 based on 252 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of American Movie?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for American Movie?

The soundtrack was composed by Civilian Pictures, Bluemark Productions, C-Hundred Film Corporation, Library Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was American Movie filmed?

American Movie was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is American Movie?

The total runtime of American Movie is 107 minutes.

Is American Movie suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to American Movie?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to American Movie.

Does American Movie have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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